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Saskia Maarleveld
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By:
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J.T. Ellison
About this listen
From New York Times bestselling author J.T. Ellison comes a taut thriller about one author at the pinnacle of her career, whose past threatens to destroy everything she has—and everyone she knows.
A great writer knows when to deliver a juicy plot twist. But for one author, the biggest twist of all is her own murder.
With a number of hit titles and a highly anticipated movie tie-in, celebrated novelist Columbia Jones is at the top of her game. Fans around the world adore her. But on the final night of her latest book tour, one face in the crowd makes the author collapse. And by the next morning, she’s lying dead in a pool of blood.
Columbia’s death shocks the world and leaves Darian, her daughter and publicist, reeling. The police have nothing to go on—at first. But then details emerge, pointing to the author’s illicit past. Turns out many people had motive to kill Columbia. And with a hungry reporter and frustrated cop on the trail, her secrets won’t stay buried long. But how many lives will they shatter as the truth comes out?
©2024 by J.T. Ellison. (P)2024 Brilliance Publishing, Inc., all rights reserved.Listeners also enjoyed...
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“This novel rewards readers who pay close attention to the clues. A fun, fast-paced thriller that keeps secrets until the very last page.”—Library Journal
“A fun, fascinating, and finely crafted ‘whodunit’ murder mystery by the impressively talented novelist J.T. Ellison, A Very Bad Thing is a ‘must’…”—Midwest Book Review
“Once again, J.T. Ellison hits it out of the park. A Very Bad Thing is twisting, juicy, suspenseful, and heartfelt—a single-sitting read. I couldn’t put it down.”—Meg Gardiner, #1 New York Times bestselling author
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The perfect neighborhood can be the perfect place to hide… Who wouldn’t want to live in Brighton Hills? This exclusive community on the Oregon coast is the perfect mix of luxury and natural beauty. Stunning houses nestle beneath mighty Douglas firs, and lush backyards roll down to the lakefront. It’s the kind of place where neighbors look out for one another. Sometimes a little too closely…
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- By Sheila S on 06-19-22
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Never Have I Ever
- A Novel
- By: Joshilyn Jackson
- Narrated by: Joshilyn Jackson
- Length: 13 hrs and 22 mins
- Unabridged
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Amy Whey is proud of her ordinary life and the simple pleasures that come with it - teaching diving lessons, baking cookies for new neighbors, helping her best friend, Charlotte, run their local book club. But Amy’s sweet, uncomplicated life begins to unravel when the mysterious and alluring Angelica Roux arrives on her doorstep one book-club night. Something wicked has come her way - a she-devil in a pricey red sports car who seems to know the terrible truth about who she is and what she once did.
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Another great read
- By Ed Stuteville on 08-11-19
By: Joshilyn Jackson
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Vanishing Girls
- Detective Josie Quinn
- By: Lisa Regan
- Narrated by: Eilidh Beaton
- Length: 11 hrs and 40 mins
- Unabridged
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Everyone in the small town of Denton is searching for Isabelle Coleman, a missing 17-year-old girl. All they've found so far is her phone and another girl they didn't even know was missing. Mute and completely unresponsive to the world around her, it's clear this mysterious girl has been damaged beyond repair. All Detective Josie Quinn can get from her is a name: Ramona. Currently suspended from the force for misconduct, Josie takes matters into her own hands as the name leads her to evidence linking the two girls.
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Great storyline, awful narrator
- By D.Gettys on 12-24-18
By: Lisa Regan
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Blindsighted
- By: Karin Slaughter
- Narrated by: Kathleen Early
- Length: 11 hrs and 48 mins
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A small Georgia town erupts in panic when a young college professor is found brutally mutilated in the local diner. But it's only when town pediatrician and coroner Sara Linton does the autopsy that the full extent of the killer's twisted work becomes clear. Sara's ex-husband, Police Chief Jeffrey Tolliver, leads the investigation - a trail of terror that grows increasingly macabre when another local woman is found crucified a few days later.
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Start here first...
- By Becka1310 on 02-01-18
By: Karin Slaughter
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What Happened to Nina?
- A Novel
- By: Dervla McTiernan
- Narrated by: Kristen Sieh, Stacey Glemboski, Lisa Flanagan, and others
- Length: 10 hrs and 50 mins
- Unabridged
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Nina and Simon are the perfect couple. Young, fun and deeply in love. Until they leave for a weekend at his family’s cabin in Vermont, and only Simon comes home.
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Careful someone put spoilers in reviews!
- By Kelly on 05-07-24
By: Dervla McTiernan
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The Last Affair
- By: Margot Hunt
- Narrated by: Vivienne Leheny
- Length: 9 hrs and 51 mins
- Unabridged
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Nora Holliday is not that kind of woman. Not the kind who has an illicit affair with a married man. But Josh Landon is everything Nora’s alcoholic husband isn’t. And now she and Josh are so infatuated, they can’t stay away from one another. Abby Landon, Josh’s daughter, is home from college nursing a broken heart. She’s seeking solace, not more scandal, so when she catches her dad kissing Nora, she vows to take the homewrecker down.
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entertaining
- By lisa on 12-16-19
By: Margot Hunt
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A Thin Dark Line
- Broussard and Fourcade, Book 1
- By: Tami Hoag
- Narrated by: Karen Peakes
- Length: 18 hrs and 1 min
- Unabridged
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Terror stalks the streets of Bayou Breaux, Louisiana. A suspected murderer is free on a technicality, and the cop accused of planting evidence against him is ordered off the case. But Detective Nick Fourcade refuses to walk away. He’s stepped over the line before. This case threatens to push him over the edge. He’s not the only one. Deputy Annie Broussard found the woman’s mutilated body. She still hears the phantom echoes of dying screams. She wants justice.
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Respectfully disagree with the other reviewers
- By Julie on 04-25-15
By: Tami Hoag
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Pretty Little Wife
- A Novel
- By: Darby Kane
- Narrated by: Xe Sands
- Length: 9 hrs and 27 mins
- Unabridged
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Lila Ridgefield lives in an idyllic college town, but not everything is what it seems. Lila isn’t what she seems.A student vanished months ago. Now, Lila’s husband, Aaron, is also missing. At first these cases are treated as horrible coincidences until it’s discovered the student is really the third of three unexplained disappearances over the last few years. The police are desperate to find the connection, if there even is one. Little do they know, they might be stumbling over only part of the truth.
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Disappointed.
- By DG on 01-07-21
By: Darby Kane
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Before She Finds Me
- A Novel
- By: Heather Chavez
- Narrated by: Megan Tusing
- Length: 11 hrs and 4 mins
- Unabridged
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Julia Bennett has worked hard to create a stable life for her daughter, Cora, in Southern California. So when Cora leaves for college, the worst thing Julia expects on move-in day is an argument with her ex-husband and his new wife. But a sudden attack leaves the campus stunned—and only Julia’s quick actions save Cora’s life. Shaken in the aftermath, and haunted by a dark secret, Julia starts to wonder: What if the attack wasn’t as random as everyone believes?
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Excellent
- By DP on 04-28-25
By: Heather Chavez
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It's One of Us
- By: J.T. Ellison
- Narrated by: Julia Whelan
- Length: 11 hrs and 38 mins
- Unabridged
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Olivia Bender designs exquisite home interiors that satisfy the most demanding clients. But her own deepest desire can’t be fulfilled by marble counters or the perfect rug. She desperately wants to be a mother. Fertility treatments and IVF keep failing. And just when she feels she’s at her lowest point, the police deliver shocking news to Olivia and her husband, Park. DNA results show that the prime suspect in a murder investigation is Park’s son. Olivia is relieved, knowing this is a mistake. Despite their desire, the Benders don’t have any children. Then comes the confession.
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Painfully Predictable
- By Jen S. on 04-14-23
By: J.T. Ellison
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Lie to Me
- By: J. T. Ellison
- Narrated by: Matthew Waterson, Saskia Maarleveld, Sarah Naughton, and others
- Length: 11 hrs and 37 mins
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Sutton and Ethan Montclair's idyllic life is not as it appears. They seem made for each other, but the truth is ugly. Consumed by professional and personal betrayals and financial woes, the two both love and hate each other. As tensions mount, Sutton disappears, leaving behind a note saying not to look for her. Ethan finds himself the target of vicious gossip as friends, family, and the media speculate on what really happened to Sutton Montclair.
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Sharp Psychological Thriller - 4 Amazing Narrators
- By Erryn Barratt on 09-07-17
By: J. T. Ellison
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- Misty
- 01-27-25
Slow start Excellent finish
I love all her books! This one took me
Awhile to get in to, there is a lot of depth to each character so much to take from each, I hope there is a second book as the end seems to lead that way. If you haven’t read this, you should!
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- Amazon Customer
- 12-02-24
mic drop
This book is enrapturing! I couldn't put it down!! Excellent writing, had me guessing all along!
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- Bailey Rose
- 02-12-25
Twisted
“You never really know when you’ve met the man who’s eventually going to murder you.”
This was such a twisted tale! I enjoyed the whole story and will look to see what else is written by J.T. Ellison.
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- Zbob
- 01-03-25
Very well written!
I enjoyed this book so much. I definitely recommend it to anyone that likes crime thrillers.
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- Jennifer Ryan
- 01-24-25
I kept thinking about it after I finished!
I really enjoyed the storyline. Performance was great. Loved the development of characters. Sure, there were a few things that were a bit “convenient” to happen, but, overall, what I fun listen. And as I said in the subject line, I’m still wanting more story.
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- dau2ld
- 04-05-25
Constantly Changing
Well written murder mystery, I thought I had it figured out, but was surprised by the ending! The characters were well developed, I enjoyed the contrasting and multiple threads the characters wove through the book.
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- Colleen Mattison
- 04-28-25
I liked the twists
Easy to listen to on Audible. I really like this authors style and flow. Kept me guessing!
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- Debra Jo York
- 11-09-24
Awesome!
I cleaned & listened! Best time I’ve had cleaning my house in a long time! Suspenseful, to say the least! The ending I was teary-eyed. Immediately called my daughter to term her it’s a MUST READ! Enjoy! You’re in for a great ride😘
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- Jackie
- 11-25-24
Good twists
The whole book was great up until the ending. Good twists. I liked the story in a story.
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- Alice
- 01-20-25
Just okay
Didn’t hate it but it definitely wasn’t a favorite. Just felt kinda long considering you figure out what is happening fairly early on. The narrator was good but her voice was a little too soothing and made me want to fall asleep sometimes.
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